The effective length of a compression member of length L, held in position and restrained in direction at both ends, is
Options
A. L
B. 0.67 L
C. 0.85 L
D. 1.5 L
E. 2 L
Correct Answer
0.67 L
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1. A cantilever of length 2 cm and depth 10 cm tapers in plan from a width 24 cm to zero at its free end. If the modulus of elasticity of the material is 0.2 x 106 N/mm2, the deflection of the free end, is
3. A and B are two towers of equal height diametrically opposite on either side of the nadir point, at 3 km and 5 km distances. Which one of the following statements is correct?
Options
A. Height displacement of A will be less than that of B
B. Height displacement of B will be less than that of A
C. Height displacement of A and B is equal
D. Height displacement of A and B will be towards each other